Juventus and Manchester United are in pole position to sign star Atalanta youngster Franck Kessie, reports say.

Market expert Alfredo Pedulla has revealed on his website how the interest has grown in the 19-year-old, who has caused a sensation in Serie A this season.

After returning from a loan with Cesena in the summer, the midfielder’s valuation was said to be set at around €10m, but by September, this figure had risen to €15 and now Atalanta are said to be looking for at least €20m.

Juventus and Manchester United are in pole position to sign star Atalanta youngster Franck Kessie, reports say.

Market expert Alfredo Pedulla has revealed on his website how the interest has grown in the 19-year-old, who has caused a sensation in Serie A this season.

After returning from a loan with Cesena in the summer, the midfielder’s valuation was said to be set at around €10m, but by September, this figure had risen to €15 and now Atalanta are said to be looking for at least €20m.

Manchester United are in the lead amongst the Premier League clubs who are looking to capture the player’s signature, but the same source reported that Juventus are watching Kessie with intent.

The Ivorian has five goals in 11 appearances for the Atalanta so far this term, and has become a regular internationally for the Ivory Coast.

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